The Shape of Joy
The Transformative Power of Moving Beyond Yourself
Book • 2024
'The Shape of Joy' by Richard Beck addresses the growing mental health crisis by suggesting that modern society's inward focus is a significant contributor.
Beck draws on ancient theology and modern psychology to argue that joy is found when we shift our attention beyond ourselves.
The book unpacks the difference between helpful introspection and excessive rumination, offering a vision of spiritual practices that open us to the world and the divine.
Beck challenges the dominance of a belief-centric and self-focused faith, inviting readers to embrace a more outward-facing spirituality.
Through lived experiences and insightful analysis, the book proposes that reorienting our lives towards love, connection, and transcendence can alleviate anxiety and spiritual depletion.
Beck draws on ancient theology and modern psychology to argue that joy is found when we shift our attention beyond ourselves.
The book unpacks the difference between helpful introspection and excessive rumination, offering a vision of spiritual practices that open us to the world and the divine.
Beck challenges the dominance of a belief-centric and self-focused faith, inviting readers to embrace a more outward-facing spirituality.
Through lived experiences and insightful analysis, the book proposes that reorienting our lives towards love, connection, and transcendence can alleviate anxiety and spiritual depletion.
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Recommended by Tim Nash as covering similar territory as previous books on spirituality and mental health.
Richard Beck - The Joy of Moving Beyond Yourself (N348)
